Question

    Which method of plant breeding involves Crossing to plants with desirable traits followed by self-pollination? 

    A Hybridization Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Mutation breeding Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Back crossing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Inbreeding Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The method of plant breeding that involves crossing two plants with desirable traits followed by self-pollination is Inbreeding. Inbreeding refers to the mating of closely related individuals within the same breed, family, or genetically similar lines.

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